I love a savory seasoned pretzel. And I can’t stop eating them when they’re put in front of me at a gathering. So —when I tried Dot’s cinnamon sugar pretzels, I didn’t expect to like them, let alone obsess about whipping up a copycat version.

Like my original seasoned pretzel recipe, this sweet pretzel snack isn’t baked or even cooked in an electric skillet like my husband’s fan favorite cereal mix. The fact that you can make it in under 5 minutes is kind of sweet too.

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Ingredient must-haves

Butter braid pretzels on a brown bag, with syrup, bowls of seasoning, bottle of vanilla, molasses, syrup for cinnamon pretzels.
Vanilla, molasses and cinnamon make the flavor base.

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  • Butter braid pretzels. 1 -10 oz bag. I get mine at Meijer but you can also find them on Amazon.
  • Canola or avocado oil. You can use vegetable oil if that is all you have or safflower oil. Don’t use coconut or olive oils as they’ll affect the taste of the pretzels.

Equipment needed

Two clean brown paper bags act as the mixing bowls. I use grocery store sized bags because they’re the perfect weight. If all you have is a large lunch sack, you might have to use 3-4 tucked inside each other.

How to make cinnamon sugar pretzels

clear bowl of molasses, vanilla, and maple syrup mixed together.
1. Mix the wet ingredients (syrup, molasses and vanilla) together in a small bowl.
brown bag with butter braid pretzels at the bottom of it.
2. Open the pretzels and put them in bottom of the double layer of brown bags.
butter braid pretzels topped with cinnamon sugar mixture at the bottom of a brown paper bag.
3. Sprinkle the seasoning over the pretzels.
mixed cinnamon sugar pretzels at the bottom of a brown paper bag.
4. Drizzle the oil over the pretzels and gently shake the bag to coat the pretzels with the seasoning.

Expert seasoned pretzels tactics and tips

white bowl of cinnamon pretzels on a white background.
  • Resist the urge to mix the pretzels in a bowl. The brown bags are a must and help soak up any excess oil and keep the pretzels crunchy.
  • Mix your wet ingredients together in one bowl to guarantee even distribution over the pretzels. Same with the dry. Blend everything together so you don’t end up with more cinnamon in one area than the other.
  • Make the pretzels about 4 hours before you plan to serve them. I recommend serving these the same day you make them.

What to pair with cinnamon pretzels

It’s no secret that we Italians love to nosh and love nothing better than a simple bite alongside a little cocktail. I think these sweet pretzel snack would be a great party sidekick to an espresso martini!

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Cinnamon Sugar Pretzel Snack Mix

A no bake version of the cinnamon Dot's pretzel snack. Sweet and salty, this pretzel appetizer recipe can be made in about 5 minutes. Set out little bowls of this perfect little bite for your next tailgate, Sunday brunch, or card party!

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Prep Time:5 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes
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Equipment

  • 2 brown paper grocery bags

Ingredients
 

  • 10 oz butter braid pretzels, 1 bag
  • 2 T avocado oil, or canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon molasses
  • 4 ½ Tablespoons sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Open the grocery bags and place one inside the other.
  • Pour the pretzels into the doubled up grocery bag
  • In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together with a small whisk or fork. Sprinkle over pretzels in the bag. Close the bag and shake to distribute the cinnamon and sugar.
  • In a small measuring cup, mix the oil, syrup, molasses and vanilla and whisk briefly until blended (it might not completely mix which is ok). Pour over the sugar and close the bag. Shake until completely distributed and the pretzels are evenly coated.
  • Allow to sit for a couple of hours. Stir or shake gently every so often to mix the seasoning from the bottom of the bag.
    Make the same day you plan to serve.
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Author: Lori Murphy
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About Lori Murphy

Lori has over 30 years in the food industry as a marketing strategist, culinary instructor and chef for three kids with discerning palates. As the chief content creator at Josie + Nina, Lori is dedicated to helping home cooks create food memories through fresh ingredients and Italian flavors.

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2 Comments

  1. How much molasses should be used? It is listed as an ingredient in the text above the recipe, but it isn’t listed in the actual recipe. I”m looking forward to trying these pretzels even though I haven’t tried the Dot’s version. Thanks.

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    1. Hi Cindy! I am sorry the molasses got left out of the ingredient list. It is such a small amount (only 1/4 teaspoon) so don’t run to the store for it! And I hope this message reached you in time for the holiday! Happy Holidays to you!

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